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MS AmaVerde
30 Night Tantalising Turkey
Istanbul to Amsterdam

Ship: ms Amacerto
Cruise Line: APT (Australian Pacific Touring)
Departures: 
Duration: 30 Nights
Ports: Istanbul, Canakkale, Izmir, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Antalya, Budapest, Vienna, Durnstein, Melk, Linz, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Rothenburg, Wertheim, Freudenberg, Rudesheim, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Istanbul
Airport gateway (Departure) : Amsterdam

 

Itinerary

Day 1. Arrive Istanbul

On arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel, before tonight’s Welcome Reception.

Stay: Three Nights: Grand Hyatt Istanbul

 

Day 2. Istanbul Sightseeing

Today, enjoy a tour of majestic Istanbul. Drive by Taksim Square, the hippodrome and Galata Tower, then visit the famous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. This afternoon enjoy a cruise along the stunning Bosphorus, a narrow strait forming a boundary between Europe and Asia and connecting the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara. This evening, take part in a cooking class. Learn some of the traditional methods used to create exotic Turkish dishes, then sample the results of your efforts at a special Welcome Dinner.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 3. Istanbul, Freedom of Choice Touring

This morning, choose your touring activity in Istanbul. You might choose to embark on a tour of Topkapi Palace, the official and primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans from 1465 to 1853. Alternatively, relax with a Turkish bath experience and massage. Or you may like to visit the Rüstem Pasha Mosque then wander around the Spice Bazaar, before indulging in lunch at the Orient Express railway restaurant.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast

Day 4. Istanbul, Çanakkale

This morning after breakfast, leave Istanbul and travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Arrive in Gelibolu for lunch at a local restaurant then continue to the national park area for a special tour of the war memorials, including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. Later, on arrival in Çanakkale, check in to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure before dinner.

Stay: Çanakkale, Hotel Kolin

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 5. Çanakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Izmir

This morning, head south along the Turkish coast. First stop is the World Heritage-listed city of Troy, referred to in Homer’s Iliad. Stop to have a look around and learn about this ancient city that played host to the Trojan War. Next, visit the ancient city of Pergamon. Explore the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena and the famous library. Afterwards, continue to Izmir, on the outlying waters of the Gulf of Izmir by the Aegean Sea. Tonight enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.

Stay: Izmir, Swissôtel Grand Efes Hotel

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 6. Izmir, Ephesus, Kusadasi

This morning take a tour of Izmir, Turkey’s third most populous city. Then, journey to one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world - Ephesus. With your guide, see the Odeon, where the advisory council held its meetings, and the Baths as well as many other monuments, ruins and columns. Later, travel to the resort town of Kusadasi, right on the Aegean coast. On arrival, check in to your hotel.

Stay: Two Nights: Kusadasi, Charisma Deluxe Hotel

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 7. Kusadasi at Leisure

After breakfast, today is yours to enjoy at leisure. Perhaps go shopping or head to the beach for a swim in the warm turquoise water of the Aegean. You might like to venture across to tiny Pigeon Island to visit the well-maintained flower garden that surrounds a 15th century fortress.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast

Day 8. Kusadasi, Pamukkale

Take a trip to the magical natural site of Pamukkale. Here, for thousands of years an underground spring has poured streams of hot, mineral-saturated water. As it has flowed down the mountainside, the water has hollowed large circular basins in the earth, and the rich mineral content has coated them in a smooth layer of white rock. Today enjoy time to bathe in these amazing hot springs.

Stay: Two Nights: Pamukkale, Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 9. Pamukkale, Hierapolis

Built near the natural hot springs, the city of Hierapolis attracted pilgrims, who came to bathe in the curative waters nearby. Today enjoy a visit to ancient Hierapolis, as well as more time at leisure to bathe in the natural hot springs.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast

Day 10. Pamukkale, Antalya

Today journey to the city of Antalya, located on a cliff on the Mediterranean. With a lovely Mediterranean climate, amazing coastal views, mountainous surrounds, Ottoman era streets and centuries of history, Antalya is a very popular tourist destination. On arrival, check in to your hotel.

Stay: Two Nights: Divan Antalya Talya Hotel

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 11. Perga, Aspendos

Today travel east to the ancient ruins of Perga, located on the coastal plain. Stop to explore the ruins, including an acropolis dating back to the Bronze Age. Then head to Aspendos, an ancient Greco-Roman city thought to have one of the world’s best-preserved theatres of antiquity. Later return to Antalya and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast

Day 12. Antalya, Cappadocia

Head inland to the city of Konya, home to one of the largest universities in Turkey. After time here, continue to the Cappadocia region. Cappadocia is the ancient name of a large region in the centre of Anatolia (today it refers specifically to the valleys of Göreme and Ürgüp).

Stay: Two Nights: Cappadocia, Lykia Lodge Hotel

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 13. Göreme, Ürgüp

Today on a tour of Göreme and Ürgüp, absorb stunning geological formations. Here, natural pinnacles and amazing rock formations abound, the result of volcanic activity centuries ago. Visit the Göreme Open Air Museum, one of the most famous sites in central Turkey. It is a complex featuring more than 30 rock-carved churches and chapels containing superb frescoes, dating from the 9th to 11th centuries. Then return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure to relax or explore.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast

Day 14. Cappadocia, Istanbul

Transfer to the airport for your included flight back to Istanbul. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a special dinner accompanied by a Turkish belly dancing performance.

Stay: Grand Hyatt Istanbul

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 15. Istanbul, Budapest

This morning after breakfast, transfer to the airport for the included flight to Budapest. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Enjoy a special dinner tonight amid the arched cellars of the atmospheric Gerbeaud Pub.

Stay: Two Nights: Budapest Sofitel

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 16. Budapest, Great Hungarian Plain

Today explore the Hungarian Puszta region, a vast flat plain. Visit a typical village, where you will be met by horse-herds. Enjoy a light lunch of goulash, the Hungarian national dish, before returning to your ship in Budapest.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch

Day 17. Budapest, Embark Ship

After a morning at leisure, board your luxury river ship.

Stay: 14 Nights: one of APT’s luxurious Aria or Concerto Class river ships

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 18. Budapest

Today take a guided tour of Budapest then visit the Hungarian State Opera House for a tour, a recital and a glass of champagne. Tonight enjoy the Captain’s Gala Welcome Dinner.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 19. Vienna, Dine Around Dinner

Enjoy a city tour before refreshments of coffee and cake this morning. Choose from three great dining options tonight.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 20. Vienna, Freedom of Choice Touring

In Vienna today, perhaps visit Schönbrunn Palace, see the Hofburg Crown Jewels, tour the Fine Arts Museum or take an excursion to Bratislava.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 21. Dürnstein, Freedom of Choice Touring, Melk

Stop in Dürnstein and choose from a walking tour and a wine tasting before cruising to Melk, or enjoy a guided bike ride to Melk. Both groups then tour the famously beautiful Melk Abbey.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 22. Linz, Freedom of Choice Touring, Passau

In Linz, your touring options include a day tour to Salzburg or a trip to Ceský Krumlov in the Czech Republic. Alternatively, stay on board and cruise to Passau while watching an apple strudel demonstration.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 23. Regensburg, Freedom of Choice Touring

Arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities, and choose from an exciting range of activities. Take a guided walking tour of the city’s architectural highlights; take a guided bike ride to the hillside temple of Walhalla, commemorating distinguished Germans in history, or visit the Audi Museum and Factory to discover the history of the prestigious car.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 24. Nuremberg, Freedom of Choice Touring

Today enter the Main-Danube Canal and dock in Nuremberg. Here choose from a medieval tour, a World War II tour, including the historic Courtroom 600, or see the city sights by Segway.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 25. Bamberg

Today, disembark and travel into World Heritage-listed Bamberg for a tour. Visit a Beer Haus and enjoy a local brew compliments of APT, then re-board your ship and continue your cruise.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 26. Kitzingen, Freedom of Choice Touring, Würzburg, Rothenburg

This morning arrive in Kitzingen, and enjoy an exclusive wine event hosted by the Aulic Council. Sample wines in the historic setting of Germany’s oldest wine cellar (Alter Klosterkeller). Then, arrive in Würzburg and select a touring activity. Take a guided walking tour and visit Würzburg Residential Palace, or take an excursion to Rothenburg. Back on board this evening, enjoy a special medieval themed dinner.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 27. Wertheim, Freedom of Choice Touring, Freudenberg

Enjoy a glass-blowing demonstration on board this morning before disembarking in Wertheim. Take a walking sightseeing tour or opt for a guided bicycle tour. Alternatively, absorb the magnificent scenery around you during a paddling tour in a canoe or kayak along the Tauber River. Then, visit medieval Wertheim Castle for a private tour and a glass of Sekt, a sparkling German wine, overlooking the Main River.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 28. Rüdesheim, Freedom of Choice Touring

Today in Rüdesheim, choose from two exciting activities. Perhaps ride the Winzerexpress mini-train to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, a tour will highlight one of the most beautiful collections of automated musical instruments in Germany. Alternatively, venture further into the Rhine Valley, where you can visit a winery and enjoy a tasting. Later, cruise through the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge on what is known as the Rhine’s prettiest stretch.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 29. Cologne, Düsseldorf, Freedom of Choice Touring

Continue cruising to the ancient city of Cologne today, and enjoy a city tour including the spectacular Gothic cathedral. Then, arrive in Düsseldorf and choose your Freedom of Choice touring option. You make like to explore the spectacular horticultural displays on show at the 2012 Floriade Expo in Venlo, or perhaps discover medieval architecture and cultural attractions in the beautiful historic city of Maastricht.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 30. Amsterdam, Freedom of Choice Touring

This morning, stop for a photo at Rembrandt’s Windmill. In Amsterdam, visit the Van Gogh Museum to discover the work of one of the world’s most celebrated artists; take a canal boat cruise along the city’s famous winding waterways, or take a guided Wetland Safari canoe tour through extraordinary landscapes. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board tonight.

Daily Meals Included:  • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 31. Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam

After breakfast, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport.

Daily Meal Included:  • Breakfast


ARIA Cruise Ships operating this itinerary:

MS AmaDolce - Launched 2009
MS AmaLyra - Launched 2009
MS AmaDante - Launched 2008
MS AmaCello - Launched 2008
MS AmaLegro - Launched 2007
MS AmaDagio - Launched 2006

Concerto Cruise Ships operating this itinerary:

MS AmaCerto - Launched 2012
MS AmaVerde - Launched 2011
MS AmaBella - Launched 2010

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Istanbul

With its skyline aglow with the glimmer of domes and minarets, arriving in Istanbul is an unforgettable experience. The labyrinth of streets. Bustling bazaars. The serenity of the surrounding waters. This city offers one intriguing adventure after another. Explore Istanbul’s most famous monuments, from the Hippodrome to the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the old city walls. Its sheer size, wealth and beauty await you.

Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - Turkish Lira (YTL)

Places of Interest
Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque

Canakkale



Country -
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport -
Currency -

Places of Interest

Izmir

"Beautiful Izmir" -- the "Pearl of the Aegean" -- is Turkey's third largest city. A city of palm-lined promenades, avenues and green parks set in sweeping curves along a circular bay, Izmir has an exceptionally mild climate and many fine hotels.

Country -  Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Turkish Lira (YTL)

Places of Interest
Cable Railway, Kadifekale Mountain Lookout, Culture Park

Kusadasi

Meander through the ruins of ancient Ephesus, now known as Kusadasi. Marvel at the famed Library of Celsus, the huge amphitheater, the marble roads with their chariot marks, the amazing mosaic sidewalks and the superb, rarely opened Terrace Houses. Or, journey to three monumental cities of antiquity – Priene, Miletus and Didyma, renowned for their majestic temples and impressive, beautifully preserved stadiums.

Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 75kms
Currency - Turkish Liyra (YTL)

Places of Interest
Ephesus, St John's Basilica, The Bazaar

Antalya

Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. Antalya is the shining gem of the Turquoise Riviera with some of the clearest waters and most beautiful coast along the Mediterranean, the region is great for divers, swimmers and yachting types.

Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 13kms
Currency - Turkish Liyra (YTL)

Places of Interest
Kaleici, Archaelogy Museum, Historic Museums

Budapest

Budapest possesses a rich and fascinating history as well as a vibrant cultural heritage. Recognizing the unique value of its traditions it has managed to maintain its magic and charm, and is rightly known as the Queen of the Danube. It has also been called the City of Spas, as there are a dozen thermal baths complexes served by over a hundred natural thermal springs.

Country - Hungary
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 14kms
Currency - Forint (HUF)

Places of Interest
Ecseri Flea Market, Royal Palace, National Gallery, Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum, Fisherman's Bastion, Statue Park

Vienna

Vienna is known worldwide as a city of music. Quality orchestras and ensembles are its seal of excellence. Along with well-established ensembles for contemporary music classical music continues to play a vital role, as made evident by the City of Vienna Concert Orchestra and the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, amongst others. The Vienna Academy, the Vienna Chamber Orchestra and the Women's Chamber Orchestra are dedicated to tradition and modern music alike. International artists are a great gain to cultural life in Vienna.Vienna's cultural life is multi-faceted. You have the choice of 50 theatres, four opera houses, two stages for musicals, 100 museums and numerous theatre, music and dance festivals. The museum quarter with its baroque facade is home to one of the biggest cultural districts in Europe.


Country  Austria
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Hofburg Palace, Vienna Opera House, Spanish Riding School, Prater Park, Danube Tower, Vienna Zoo

Durnstein

One of the Wachau district’s most attractive villages is Durnstein, where the ruins of a castle - the Kuenringerburg - high up on a hill commands a superb view of the Danube as it winds through the valley. Stroll among the ruins and soak in the historic atmosphere of the castle where King Richard I of England was incarcerated in 1192. And after your journey into the past rejoin the 21st century and sample some of the splendid local wines in one of the local taverns.

Country - Austria
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 95kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Kuenringerburg, Wachsu Wine District

Melk

Empress Maria Theresa said of Melk, "If I had never come here, I would have regretted it." The center of Melk is the Abbey and the Stiftskirche (the abbey church), some of the best examples of Baroque architecture anywhere in the world. The abbey library contains allegorical paintings by Troger on the ceiling while the Stiftskirche, has works by Rottmayr and Troger and is almost completely decorated in gold. Stand on the terrace of the abbey and view the river much as Napoleon did during the campaign against Austria so many years ago.

Country - Austria
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 105kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Melk Abbey and Museum

Linz

Linz is a city of the third millennium. In and around the city, its Roman and medieval past slumbers. The opulence of the Baroque and the boldness of industrial architecture from the early 20th century are part of present-day life. Linz on the Danube is manageable, cosy, cherishes its traditions and, as the third biggest city in a small country, it is both metropolis and province, Central European crossroads and regional niche.

Country - Austria
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 11kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Old Town, Linz Castle, Arts Electronica Centre, Brucknerhaus Concert Hall

Passau

Passau is not merely a transfer point but a destination unto itself. Life is easy-going and lived outdoors where street cafes and restaurants abound. Student life is vibrant and multifaceted. Guests can actively interface with young people from around the world over a Hacklbräu, Andorfer Weissbier or Passauer Löwenbräu brew in the beer gardens.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Bavarian Forest, Local Breweries, Danube River

Regensburg

Regensburg bills itself as "Germany's best-preserved medieval city." It's hard to argue with that description, at least when you're wandering through the Altstadt (old city) with its 13th to 15th Century houses or crossing the Steinerne Bruke (Stone Bridge), which has carried traders and touists across the Danube since the 1100s. Preservation may be Regensburg's most important industry after the BMW and Siemens plants in the modern suburbs. The medieval streets in the city center have been protected by strict laws since the 1970s, and the Bavarian state's conservation experts keep a close eye on all maintenance or renovation



Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 78kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Medieval city centre, Historic Sausage Kitchen, Johannes Kepler Memorial House

Nuremberg

Visitors to Nuremberg, a lively city with a medieval feel, will find evidence of its 950-year history at every turn. These legacies of the past also reveal much about the past and present of the German people. Here in Nuremberg, monuments to the city's inventiveness and its cultural self-confidence over many centuries stand in the midst of the hustle and bustle of a modern, dynamic urban centre.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Castle, City Wall, Zoo, Toy Museum, Verkehrs Museum, Old Quarter

Bamberg



Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 1km
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest

Wurzburg

Surrounded by pleasant hillside vineyards Würzburg is both an old episcopal see and a vivacious modern university city. The great medieval fortress of Marienburg dominates the skyline, overlooking the beautiful Old Town with its architectural masterpieces from many different periods. Art, culture and the fine wines of Franconia are all important elements of the Würzburg lifestyle. This carefree city with its relaxed southern atmosphere is the perfect starting-place for a journey of discovery on the Romantic Route.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 90kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Fortress Marienberg, Town Hall

Wertheim

The former capital of the counts of Wertheim, situated at the point where the river Tauber flows into the river Main, with its medieval lanes, frame houses and awe-inspiring castle has an atmosphere of its own and – unlike other towns – has kept its character of a small Franconian town.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 95kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Kilian's Chapel, Glass making Foundry and Museum, Spessart Forest, Tauber Valley

Freudenberg

Some 15km/9mi northwest of Siegen lies Freudenberg, a pretty little town that was originally a mining settlement and is famed for its half-timbered houses.
 
Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 51kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Municipal Museum in the Alter Flecken; open-air theater.

Rudesheim

Rudesheim sits at the entrance to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley.  If you come from the direction of Frankfurt or Mainz, it is one of the first major tourist towns you'll reach along the Rhine River.  Rudesheim makes a good base for exploring the entire Rhine Valley, which is the home of famous wines, medieval villages and beautiful scenery.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 55kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Drosselgasse, Niederwald Monument, Rheingau Wine Museum, Asbach Brandy Distillery, Medieval Torture Museum, Bird of Prey Zoo, Jagdschloss, Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet

Cologne

The city's very name bears witness to its Roman past as the town of Colonia. As well as the legacy from Roman times and the Middle Ages, particularly the world-famous cathedral, Cologne has an extremely lively arts and culture scene. And besides being a centre of carnival activity and the "capital of Rhenish joie de vivre", Cologne is also an extremely attractive trade fair centre. Open, friendly and uncomplicated: that's Cologne!

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 16kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Cologne Cathedral, Philharmonic Hall, Zoo

Dusseldorf

Dusseldorf lies beside the Rhine River and is one of Germany's busiest cities. Well-known for its nightlife, carnival, events, shopping as well as its regular fashion & trade fairs, Dusseldorf has many attractions to appeal to all visitors.

Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 5kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Große Düsseldorfer Kirmes, Rhine Promenade, Media Harbour, Altstadt, Königsallee

Amsterdam

Take a boat ride along Amsterdam’s charming canals past sturdy old houses and under quaint bridges. Visit one of the city’s superb museums housing many of the Dutch Masters’ most outstanding works or learn about Anne Frank and the city’s Jewish heritage. Or, journey into the countryside and see historic windmills and the fascinating porcelain works in Delft.

Country - Netherlands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Dam Square, Anne Frank's House, Volendam & Marken

 

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APT (Australian Pacific Touring)

APT (Australian Pacific Touring)

A family - owned company since its auspicious conception in the 1920s, we began when Bill McGeary built a bus body on a tray truck after a tram strike crippled the city of Melbourne. Through Bill's son Geoff, we pioneered Australia's dynamic travel industry in the 1960's and 70's via a diverse range of modes. Such innovation continues to thrive within us today, now a multi-brand business with an extensive global portfolio of touring and cruising products still owned and controlled by the McGeary family. Now, with a third generation of the family contributing to our success, the benefits of the Company's family - style culture are increasingly apparent.

While vigorously pursuing a global vision, the unwavering focus is on delivering a life - enriching and memorable holiday experience for each and every individual that entrusts us with their valuable time and travel. Such longevity in a competitive environment coupled with a proven ability to meet the shifting expectations of the modern holidaymaker is testament to the pioneering spirit upon which the company was founded, and upon which it continues to operate and flourish today.

 

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ms Amacerto

Ms Amacerto debuts in Europe in April of 2012. This deluxe 164 - passenger vessel incorporates the most advanced design offering spacious staterooms featuring twin balconies (step-out and French); a heated swimming pool; multiple fine dining venues plus complimentary Internet access and exciting interior details new to the great rivers of Europe.

The ship also features multiple outdoor decks. Offering unimpeded panoramic views, the Sun Decks feature teak lounge chairs, a walking track, putting green and retractable roofing as well as a giant chess board. There is a heated pool for the ultimate in relaxation. The vessels also feature a Lower Sun Deck and a Teak Front Deck, offering unique vantage points for enjoying spectacular river side scenery.

Dining on board the MS Amacerto presents an array of dining options unequalled in the industry. You’ll find no less than seven unique dining experiences on board. At Erlebnis Chef’s Table Restaurant, passengers can watch as a private chef prepares a special tasting menu in this unique and exclusive 24-seat venue. Additionally, passengers can enjoy casual light lunch menus in the Main Lounge, as well as private dining in the Wine Room, a dining area seating up to six guests that’s perfect for celebrating a special occasion. On select days, enjoy a lunch outdoors on the Sun Deck and room service dining for breakfast and dinner is also available in select suite categories.

An in-suite entertainment system allows guests to relax and unwind through the use of the complimentary Wi-Fi internet or the many video-on-demand titles. The ship will also feature complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity throughout, allowing guests with iPads or similar wireless devices to remain connected no matter where they are.

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Ship Details
Gross Tonnage  
Star Rating  
Size/Style of Ship River
Entered Service 2012
Registry Switzerland
Former Name  
Length 135 metres
Beam 11.5 metres
Draft 1.2 metre
Propulsion/Propellers  
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)  
Passenger Capacity (twin) 164
Crew 49
Nationality of Officers European
Nationality of Crew European
Total Staterooms 82
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins  
Passenger Decks 4
Cabin Electricity 120v/240v
Elevators 1
Self-Service Laundry No
Onboard Currency (subject to change) EUR

 

 

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